Peter Gunn
“There ought to be a law against guys this cool”
Synopsis
Peter Gunn, a connoisseur of beautiful women and cool jazz, is an ex-cop turned private eye who's caught in the middle of a dangerous gang war.
Top Cast
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Peter Strauss
Peter Gunn
Peter Jurasik
Lieutenant Jacoby
Jennifer Edwards
Maggie
Barbara Williams
Edie
David Rappaport
Speck
Pearl Bailey
Mother
Charles Cioffi
Tony Amatti
Richard Portnow
Spiros
Debra Stipe
Sheila
Leo Rossi
Det. Russo
Tony Longo
Sergeant Holstead
Andre Rosey Brown
Bouncer
Jeffrey Alan Chandler
Abe
Vito D'Ambrosio
Futsy
Willie Garson
Rusty
Mary Pat Gleason
Nurse
J.J. Johnston
Barney
Arthur Malet
Willie
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 23, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Blake Edwards
- Screenplay & Story
- Blake Edwards
- Original Score
- Henry Mancini
- Original Title
- Peter Gunn
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- New World Television, The Blake Edwards Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Blake Edwards
Blake Edwards
Henry Mancini
Blake Edwards, Tony Adams
Department Leadership Roster
Blake Edwards
Director
Blake Edwards
Writer
Henry Mancini
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Peter Gunn
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Peter Gunn about?
Peter Gunn, a connoisseur of beautiful women and cool jazz, is an ex-cop turned private eye who's caught in the middle of a dangerous gang war.
Who directed Peter Gunn?
Peter Gunn was directed by Blake Edwards.
Who stars in Peter Gunn?
The principal cast of Peter Gunn includes Peter Strauss, Peter Jurasik, Jennifer Edwards, Barbara Williams, David Rappaport.
When was Peter Gunn released and how long is it?
Peter Gunn was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Peter Gunn?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Peter Gunn was composed by Henry Mancini.